The following morning, students began making their way to the exam hall in the early hours. Some were seen offering prayers, while others appeared to be nervous and trembling. A few individuals even carried books in their hands as they made their way towards the hall. They were reading books while walking.
Similarly, Kevin was also seen walking leisurely towards the exam hall.
'These people are so nervous.
However doing this would not even change a single bit. They are just making a fuss. This will just make people think they are an idiot and that guy who is reading while walking will surely bump into someone.'
Surely soon, the guy who was reading the book while walking bumped into a tall muscular guy and he fell backwards.
However, Kevin wasn't interested in those scenarios so he kept walking.
'Still, it's not different from when I gave the college entrance exam.'
He felt nostalgia after seeing this scene.
Kevin turned his gaze towards everyone, but he couldn't find any main characters.
He was slightly disappointed because he wanted to confirm whether that story was going as mentioned in the game or if there was some difference. But it wasn't possible for now. After all, most of the main characters in the game are nobles.
Even if people talk about equality. They had already passed the entrance exam and maybe now they are studying as special students.
It's not like they are Noble, so they got early admission to the Academy. It's because they are simply a monster level of genius. Some commoners get into the special class with their talent.
There isn't necessarily discrimination against commoners; it's just that many of the Nobles possess more talent due to their bloodline and access to resources.
It's worth noting that some Noble families have become extinct because their descendants lacked the necessary abilities.
While there was once a Noble system on Earth, it eventually came to an end when commoners rebelled.
However, the situation is different here. In this world, the majority of Nobles possess high levels of mana, and while there are talented commoners, their numbers are not as great as those among the Nobles.
Despite this disparity, the situation has improved, and commoners are now treated better.
Nevertheless, there are still some individuals who harbor dark intentions, discriminate against commoners and will even act as villains in the story.
'So let's start becoming stronger.'
As Kevin walked into the exam hall, he quickly located his designated seat and settled down.
Despite the fact that the exam was about to begin, there were still many students who appeared to be quite anxious, and perhaps understandably so.
However, there were also some who were still clutching onto their study materials, perhaps trying to cram in a few last-minute facts or formulas.
The atmosphere in the exam hall was tense, with students trying to keep their nerves in check while simultaneously preparing themselves mentally for the task at hand.
As he looked around the room, he noticed that some students had brought along lucky charms or talismans, perhaps hoping that these items would bring them good fortune in the exam.
Others appeared to be reciting prayers or mantras under their breath, seeking divine intervention in their efforts to do well.
Despite the diversity of approaches and the varying levels of preparedness among the students, one thing was certain: the exam was about to begin, and everyone was determined to give it their best shot.
As the exam supervisor entered the hall, the room fell silent. The moment had finally arrived - the start of the exam. The supervisor wasted no time and began distributing the exam papers to the waiting students.
Kevin, too, received his exam paper, and after quickly glancing through it, he scoffed inwardly.
'So easy. I can remember everything and I'm not some dumb shit, who can't even solve anything.
After all, I was studying in one of the most prestigious colleges in my country.'
As he looked around the room, he noticed that some students had furrowed brows, indicating that they were struggling with the questions.
Others appeared to be writing furiously, trying to put down as much information as possible in the allotted time.
Numerous diligent students quickly filled out their exam papers and proceeded to leave for the practical exam.
Kevin, too, finished his exam paper within a reasonable amount of time, despite the fact that he could have completed it in half the allotted time. However, he chose to write slowly.
'I can solve everything in one hour or even in 30 minutes. However if I did, everyone will treat me like some monster. It's kinda annoying. So I had to write slowly.'
As he looked around the exam hall, he saw that many students were rushing to finish their exam papers, their faces reflecting the tension and pressure of the moment.
Others were taking their time, carefully reading and considering each question before responding.
As he handed in his completed paper to the exam supervisor, he left the exam hall.
Kevin arrived at the training ground for his practical exam shortly after leaving the exam hall.
The journey to the training ground was filled with boring timepass as he walked through the beautiful scenery that surrounded the academy.
As he entered the training ground, Kevin could see that it was a hive of activity, with students from all over the academy gathered to take their practical exams.
Some were stretching and warming up, while others were practicing their technique on the various training equipment scattered around the field.
As time passed, more and more students arrived, and soon the training ground was filled with a bustling crowd of people. Some wore expressions of confidence and determination, while others looked nervous and unsure.
It was easy to tell from the expressions on their faces who had performed well in the written exam and who had struggled.
Just as the tension in the air was reaching its peak, the exam supervisor arrived, bringing a sense of order to the chaos.
"Quiet, everyone. Listen up," the examiner announced.
"We have gathered here for your practical exam. As you can see, there is a training dummy in front of you." While saying he pointed at the training dummy.
"Your task is to aim your magic at it. The dummy has a device installed in it, which will measure your firepower, mana capacity, practical knowledge, and many other things."
"Each of you will be called up one by one, and you are only allowed to use 2-star magic spells, nothing higher. Now, let's begin." The examiner's instructions were brief and to the point.
The examiner wasted no time and swiftly began calling out the names of each student to take their turn in casting spells at the training dummy.
The eager students wasted no time in unleashing their magical abilities, casting a wide variety of spells such as [Fire Bolt], [Wind Cutter], and [Aqua Cannon], among others.
While some students successfully displayed their skills by accurately hitting the target, others struggled to aim their spells effectively at the dummy.
Despite this, there were several outstanding performances, with some students unleashing their spells with exceptional precision and power.
The air was filled with a cacophony of sounds, as each spell produced a unique effect, ranging from bright flashes of light to gusts of wind, and even splashes of water.
The training dummy bore witness to the diverse array of magical abilities that the students possessed, with the device installed in it recording valuable data on each student's performance.
"Kevin."
Soon Kevin's turn came.
Numerous people couldn't help but stare at him due to his complete black attire. From his black hair, black eyes, black shirt, and pants to his pale skin, he embodied the essence of darkness. Despite wearing a black mask that covered half of his face, it was apparent that he possessed remarkable good looks, resembling the likes of the Prince of Darkness himself.
His attire was a stark contrast to the colorful outfits of the people around him, and his mysterious appearance left many intrigued. Some whispered in hushed tones, wondering about the reason behind his attire, while others simply couldn't take their eyes off him.
As he made his way through the crowd, his presence left an impression, almost as if he had stepped out of a different world. His outfit may have been unconventional, but it undoubtedly made a statement. "And for those who dared to take a closer look, they could see the allure that lay within the darkness." That's what people thought. However Kevin was unaware of those things. He simply wore black because it doesn't get dirty quickly and he likes black colour.
The supervisor didn't ask any questions about his appearance. Because in the past, many people came in even more bizarre cosplay than this.
As Kevin arrived at the shooting range, he took a deep breath and composed himself. He began to focus his energy, drawing in the mana around him at a steady pace. With each passing moment, the energy he gathered intensified until he was ready to cast his spell.
And then, with a sudden surge of power, he released the spell he had been charging.
[Lightning Bolt (Thunder Attribute, ✮2)]
A lightning bolt shot forth from his fingertips and raced towards the training dummy.
*BOOM*
As the spell hit its target, a deafening roar filled the air, and a bolt of thunder erupted from the point of impact, engulfing the dummy in a bright flash of light.
Many people were dumbfounded.
"Rare attribute, and even Thunder attribute. Looks like things are going to become interesting this year."
Supervisor muttered under his breath.
Kevin soon departed from the training area, making his way towards the temporary room assigned to him..
People who awoke from a daze started whispering.
"That boy was so handsome, he looked so cool with Thunder attribute."
"But it's a pity that he covered his half-face."
"Hey, that spell was kinda powerful, right? What do you think ?"
"Yeah, with rare attribute and that much power, he will enter A-class. "
"If his writing grades are high. Maybe he even gets into,
S-class."
Kevin, who left the area was just slowly walking and was seeing notifications.
— +4 Affection points
— +2 Affection points
— +5 Affection points
…
…
'So you can get affection like this, huh. Looks like affection is not just included like and love.' Kevin concluded this.
'Hey, System can you explain a bit about what kind of Affection someone needs to get points?' Kevin asked.
[Host you can get AP through various types of Affection.
Like, Love, Respect, Attraction, Admiration, Compassion, Devotion, Appreciation from the opposite gender.]
After hearing this, Kevin remembered something.
'Oh, this is good. I was getting these points after I entered the exam hall. But I didn't get a chance to ask the system.'
Kevin was quite content with this.
'It's a good thing. If not for trouble, I might have started hanging around with my real appearance. However let's not be greedy. Even my current appearance is also good.'
After entering his temporary room, Kevin removed his mask.
"Okay. Now let's just wait for some hours. Soon results will be announced. I will get a message about my results."
Thinking about this, Kevin started reading books on his laptop and practicing mana control.
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Several hours later, Kevin's smartwatch began to ring.
[Ding!]
"Ah, it seems the results have arrived. Technology certainly works like magic, making things so much easier. Back on Earth, it might have taken four to five days."
Kevin activated his smartwatch and a holographic display materialized in the air shortly thereafter.
Name: Kevin
Writing exam: 87/100 (Rank 19)
Practical exam: 80/100 (Rank 27)
Overall Rank: 20
Remark: Thunder attribute. Good mana control and capacity.
Upon viewing the results, a smile quickly spread across Kevin's face.
"Alright! With these results, I'll be able to make it into the S-class. I will even get to meet some of the main characters."
Just then system's voice rang.
[Congratulations to Host for completing the task.]
[Task: MC should be smart.
Rank in the top 20 of writing exam.
Reward: 100 god coins
Penalty: None.
Status: Completed.]
[Host has been rewarded with 100 GS.]
'Good. With my specs, achieving first place would be a breeze, but that would only bring unnecessary attention. I opted for answering the simpler questions and providing vague responses to the slightly more challenging ones. This way, I can avoid the cliché of standing out by answering difficult questions and drawing attention from the professor."
Kevin had meticulously strategized everything in advance. He was aware that becoming the center of attention was a trap laid out by the gods.
[God of mischief is satisfied with your cunningness. Donated 10 God Coins.]
Good.